The Duchess of Cambridge, Blake Lively, Freida Pinto and all the best dressed women in Michael Kors

Picking the right look for an occasion has more to do with personality than with trends. Michael Kors breaks down what went into picking the right ensemble for each of these women:

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Blake Lively

“Blake has such a strong sense of style that she makes glamorous dressing look effortless. Plus, great skin, great hair and confidence are the best accessories.” Blake Lively wore a suntan bonded wool reefer and crystal-embroidered floral lace slip dress, both from the Transeason 2016 Michael Kors Collection to the Fall 2016 Michael Kors Collection runway show on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 in New York, NY.

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Kate Hudson

“I love when someone looks like they stepped off the beach, slipped on a gown and arrived at the red carpet. Kate is a true California girl and one of my favorite people to dress because she knows what works for her. She was a knockout in this dress—the demure color and provocative cut were the perfect balance.”

Michelle Obama

“It’s always an honor when the First Lady chooses to wear one of our designs, whether she’s going to a major event or just living her life. She wore this dress from our Fall 2015 Collection right before the holidays at the White House and the cut and the color were flawless on her. It was sophisticated and festive at its best.”

First Lady Michelle Obama wore an olive damask jacquard dress from the Fall 2015 Michael Kors Collection for a preview of the 2015 holiday décor in the East Room of the White House on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 Washington, D.C.

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Freida Pinto

“I designed this dress with a sophisticated, smart, beautiful woman in mind—Freida is all of those things and more. She wore the dress perfectly.”

Freida Pinto wore a custom Michael Kors nude tulle gown with ombre sequins and ostrich feather embroidery to the ‘Saint Laurent’ premiere during the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival on May 17, 2014 in Cannes, France.

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Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge

“When someone like Kate Middleton, who is always in the spotlight, chooses to wear Michael Kors, I know I’m doing my job right. It was a privilege to dress the princess, she’s true fashion royalty.”

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wore an indigo and white Michael Kors coat from the Spring 2014 collection while attending the ANZAC March and Commemorative Service on April 25, 2014 in Canberra, Australia.

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Gigi Hadid

“The ultimate golden girl. We had made dresses for Gigi for the CFDA Awards, but once she put on the jumpsuit—we both knew that was the one. I always think pants are a refreshing choice for night, and this jumpsuit certainly didn’t lack opulence. It felt young, modern and totally chic.”

Gigi Hadid wore a metallic paillette-embroidered jumpsuit from the Resort 2016 Michael Kors Collection with silver Jacqueline sandals and a gold envelope clutch, both from the Transeason 2015 Michael Kors Collection, to attend the 2015 CFDA Awards in New York City on Monday, June 1, 2015

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Cate Blanchett

“Cate knows what works on her but she’s also not afraid to take some chances, and that’s the greatest thing in fashion. She’s consistently elegant and epitomizes real style.”

Cate Blanchett wore a scarlet Michael Kors dress and belt from the Transeason 2014 collection for the BAFTA LA 2014 awards season tea party on January 11, 2014 in Beverly Hills, California.

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Cate Blanchett

“Cate knows what works on her but she’s also not afraid to take some chances, and that’s the greatest thing in fashion. She’s consistently elegant and epitomizes real style.”

Cate Blanchett wore an indigo Michael Kors dress from the Spring 2014 collection for the 3rd AACTA International Awards on January 10, 2014 in West Hollywood, California.

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Taylor Swift

“I think Taylor’s sense of style is inspiring girls everywhere to be more ladylike in their sartorial choices, which is great. And I like that she often has a few surprises up her sleeve—new looks, new attitudes, new ideas. Combine that with her natural poise and she’s always a breath of fresh air.”

Taylor Swift wore a custom emerald Michael Kors cut out gown for the 2014 American Music Awards on November 23, 2014 in Los Angeles, California.

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Jennifer Lopez

“Jennifer was the definition of a glamour girl in our custom black leopard sequin-embroidered gown at the Met Gala. To see her top the dress off with a punk hairdo was amazing. I love chameleons and she is certainly a fashion chameleon.”

Jennifer Lopez wore a custom black leopard sequin-embroidered gown with long sleeves and an open back to the 2013 Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute Benefit on Monday, May 6, 2013 in New York City.

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Miranda Kerr

“A little bit sexy, a little bit girl-next-door, Miranda really has it all. And she always looks like she’s having fun, which is irresistible. I love when she goes for something with just the right amount of edge.”